Marine biodiversity, encompassing the variety of life in the world's oceans and seas, is a critical component of Earth's ecological balance. It comprises an astonishing array of species, from microscopic organisms to majestic marine mammals. This diversity fosters resilience and adaptability within marine ecosystems, contributing to their stability and sustainability. Oceans are home to countless species that play pivotal roles in nutrient cycling, carbon sequestration, and maintaining overall environmental health. Unfortunately, marine biodiversity faces numerous threats, including overfishing, habitat destruction, pollution, and climate change. Conserving and understanding marine biodiversity is imperative not only for the health of ocean ecosystems but also for human well-being, as oceans provide essential resources and support numerous livelihoods worldwide. Global initiatives and responsible management practices are crucial to safeguarding marine biodiversity and ensuring a harmonious coexistence between humanity and the rich tapestry of life beneath the waves.
Title : Application of artificial intelligence and NISAR satellite to study the air sea CO2 exchange and aquatic toxicology to develop ‘Aquatic Pollution Remediation Technologies’(PART)
Virendra Goswami, Indian Institute of Technology, India
Title : DNA barcoding as a tool for biodiversity and ecological assessment in african freshwater systems: A case study of upper section of River Mpanga, Uganda
Basooma Rose, BOKU University, Austria
Title : Spatial refuge and reproductive potential of the vulnerable the picked dogfish (Squalus acanthias) in the Georgian black sea: Evidence from experimental trawl survey
Guranda, National Environmental Agency, Georgia
Title : Seasonal habitat shifts and purse seine dependence of mene maculata in the Taiwan strait: Early indicators of climate driven ecosystem change
Ipsita Biswas, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan
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Kidanie Misganaw Bezabih, University of Gondar, Ethiopia
Title : Variations in nutritional and bioactive properties of North Atlantic sea cucumber (Cucumaria frondosa): Role of seasonality, location, and processing
Amit Das, Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada